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Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with pool

Certaldo villa with private pool

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Interior
Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Outdoor dining
Game room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 154306 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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San Donnino, Tuscany
  • Place, Casa del Boccaccio
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Tenuta Torciano Winery
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Antinori nel Chianti Classico
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Certaldo

In Certaldo .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this villa, you'll find Palazzo Pretorio and Church of Saint Jacob and Saint Philip. Casa del Boccaccio and Museum of Sacred Art are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Casa del Boccaccio - 13 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Tenuta Torciano Winery - 17 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Antinori nel Chianti Classico - 19 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • San Gimignano Communal Palace - 25 min drive - 14.8 miles
  • Piazza Duomo - 25 min drive - 14.8 miles

Getting around

  • Barberino Val d'Elsa Station - 19 min drive
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • Il Caratello
  • ‪Caffè degli amici - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Osteria La Gramola - ‬8 min drive
  • Cafè Bijou - Loungebar
  • ‪Fiorentina La Cucuna Di Caterina - ‬9 min drive

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with pool

Villa Orchidea is a splendid luxury holiday villa for rent, also ideal for organizing weddings, receptions and important events to ensure an exclusive experience to guests.
The villa dates back to the 17th century and is owned by the Posarelli family. The property is divided into two units rented together: the main villa and a small annex for two people. In total, Villa Orchidea can sleep up to 15 people in interiors furnished with taste and equipped with every comfort.
Outside, a large well-kept garden offers a splendid swimming pool and a barbecue area equipped for outdoor dining.
Villa Orchidea is surrounded by the Chianti countryside and is an excellent starting point for visiting the villages of the area, such as Certaldo, San Gimignano and Volterra, as well as the renowned cities of Siena and Florence.

At guest’s disposal: large, fenced and furnished garden (5.500 m2), private swimming pool (12,5 x 6,5 m – maximum depth 2,5 m), shaded furnished porch with an outdoor kitchen and barbecue area: the ideal place where guests can enjoy an al-fresco dinner. Table tennis.
Parking within the grounds. On the premises there is a charming private chapel.

Distances: Sciano with food shop and pizzeria approx. 5,5 km, Barberino Val D’elsa with all kinds of shops and tennis court 6 km, Certaldo approx. 6 km, San Gimignano with its beautiful towers dating back to the medieval period approx. 30 km, Florence about 40 km. Siena and Volterra are in a 45-minute drive.

Extra services included in the rental price starting March 2026
- Cleaning service every 2 days for 4 hours per day
- Towels change every 3 days
- Bed linen change every 7 days
- Pool towels change every 2 days

Please carefully check if there are any extra costs to be paid on site!

===== ACCOMMODATION DESCRIPTION =====
400 m2.
Ground floor: large living-room with dining area and access on to the outside, charming dining-room with beautiful fireplace, large and well-stocked kitchen (oven, freezer, dishwasher), living-room with small library and billiards table, double bedroom (air conditioning), sitting-room with fireplace, bathroom with shower.
1st floor: air-conditioned double bedroom with ensuite bathroom with shower, large living-room with fireplace (not working), bedroom with French bed, 3 double bedrooms with air conditioning and ensuite bathroom with shower, twin-bedded room (air conditioning) with ensuite bathroom with shower.

Outbuilding
Ground floor: suite with double bed (air-conditioning) and ensuite bathroom with shower.

The following might be to be paid extra: Babycot, Extra Bed, Final Cleaning, Heating, Late Arrival, Refundable Security Deposit in cash, Tourist tax.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Rollaway/extra bed: EUR 14.29 per night

Bathroom

  • 7 private bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Library
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished lanai
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,306 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Late check-in fee: EUR 25
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 14.29 per night.

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Heating fee: EUR 5 per cubic meter

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-in fee: EUR 25
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 14.29 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts cash. Parties and events are allowed on site. 

Property Registration Number IT048012C28MIICARU

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Villa in San Donnino With 8 Bedrooms Sleeps 15 Villa Certaldo
Villa in San Donnino With 8 Bedrooms Sleeps 15
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with pool to the airport?

This villa is 32.5 mi (62-min drive) away from the Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with pool have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this villa.

Does Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with pool offer free breakfast?

This villa does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with pool?

No, there is no casino at this villa.

What time is check-in at Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with pool?

Free parking is not available at this villa.

Does Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with pool have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with pool have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this villa.

How close is Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with pool to downtown Certaldo?

This villa is 4.4 mi away from Certaldo.